Knoxville, Tennessee, with a population of 391,360, is known for its vibrant arts scene and proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains. However, the city has seen its share of culinary changes over the years, with several closed down restaurants that have permanently closed their doors. Whether due to shifting trends or economic challenges, some establishments have shut down, while others have only temporarily closed. Join us as we explore Knoxville’s dining landscape and remember its lost eateries.
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Soul Good – Knoxville – 1518 University Ave
1518 University Ave
Knoxville, TN 37921
Status: Closed Permanently
Sheri’s Restaurant – Knoxville – 4405 N Broadway
4405 N Broadway
Knoxville, TN 37917
Status: Closed Permanently
Rankin Restaurant – Knoxville – 2200 N Central St
2200 N Central St
Knoxville, TN 37917
Status: Closed Permanently
Cru Bistro & Wine Bar Downtown – Knoxville – 141 S Gay St
141 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
Wicked Chicken – Knoxville – 141 S Gay St
141 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
The Crown & Goose – Knoxville – 123 S Central St
123 S Central St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
Simpl – Knoxville – 1120 Sevier Ave
1120 Sevier Ave
Knoxville, TN 37920
Status: Closed Permanently
Landing House – Knoxville – 1147 Sevier Ave
1147 Sevier Ave
Knoxville, TN 37920
Status: Closed Permanently
Freakyz Wingz – Knoxville – 2517 Martin Luther King Jr Ave
2517 Martin Luther King Jr Ave
Knoxville, TN 37914
Status: Closed Permanently
Flower Pot Galleria & Eatery – Knoxville – 1520 Washington Ave 1 Floor
1520 Washington Ave 1 Floor
Knoxville, TN 37917
Status: Closed Permanently
Burger Boys – Knoxville – 2400 Chapman Hwy
2400 Chapman Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37920
Status: Closed Permanently
Krystal – Knoxville – 4100 Chapman Hwy
4100 Chapman Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37920
Status: Closed Permanently
Fieldhouse Social – Knoxville – 2525 University Commons Way
2525 University Commons Way
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Noodles and Company – Knoxville – 1700 Cumberland Ave
1700 Cumberland Ave
Knoxville, TN 37916
Status: Closed Permanently
The Egg & I Restaurants – Knoxville – 5018 Kingston Pike
5018 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Taco Bell – Knoxville – 421 N Cedar Bluff Rd
421 N Cedar Bluff Rd
Knoxville, TN 37923
Status: Closed Permanently
Inn & Suites – Knoxville – 317 N Cedar Bluff Rd
317 N Cedar Bluff Rd
Knoxville, TN 37923
Status: Closed Permanently
Blackhorse Pub & Brewery Knoxville – Knoxville – 430 S Gay St
430 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
OliBea – Knoxville – 211 S Central St
211 S Central St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
Knox Mason – Knoxville – 507 S Gay St
507 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
Club LeConte – Knoxville – 800 S Gay St
800 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37929
Status: Closed Permanently
Viet Bread and Tea – Knoxville – 522 S Gay St
522 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
The Bohemian Knoxville – Knoxville – 621 Lamar St
621 Lamar St
Knoxville, TN 37917
Status: Closed Permanently
Stefanos Pizza – Knoxville – 1937 Cumberland Ave
1937 Cumberland Ave
Knoxville, TN 37916
Status: Closed Permanently
Knox Burgers and Seafood Restaurant, Inc – Knoxville – 4877 N Broadway
4877 N Broadway
Knoxville, TN 37918
Status: Closed Permanently
Hatmaker’s Bar and Grill – Knoxville – 2917 Tazewell Pike
2917 Tazewell Pike
Knoxville, TN 37918
Status: Closed Permanently
Patches BBQ & More (East) – Knoxville – 5200 Rutledge Pike
5200 Rutledge Pike
Knoxville, TN 37924
Status: Closed Permanently
Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries – Knoxville – 10826 Hardin Valley Rd
10826 Hardin Valley Rd
Knoxville, TN 37932
Status: Closed Permanently
In/Out Pizza Buffet – Knoxville – 750 Brakebill Rd
750 Brakebill Rd
Knoxville, TN 37924
Status: Closed Permanently
Merelli’s Italian Cuisine – Knoxville – 4884 Chambliss Ave
4884 Chambliss Ave
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Sergeant Pepperoni’s Pizzeria – Knoxville – 179 N Seven Oaks Dr
179 N Seven Oaks Dr
Knoxville, TN 37922
Status: Closed Permanently
Echo Bistro & Wine Bar – Knoxville – 5803 Kingston Pike
5803 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Moe’s Southwest Grill – Knoxville – 11322 Parkside Dr
11322 Parkside Dr
Knoxville, TN 37934
Status: Closed Permanently
Moe Beez – Knoxville – 1518 University Ave
1518 University Ave
Knoxville, TN 37921
Status: Closed Permanently
Big Orange Philly’s РKnoxville Р6625 Maynardville Pike Suite 105
6625 Maynardville Pike Suite 105
Knoxville, TN 37918
Status: Closed Permanently
Creekside & The Back Alley – Knoxville – 6729 Malone Crk Dr
6729 Malone Crk Dr
Knoxville, TN 37931
Status: Closed Permanently
Naples Italian Restaurant – Knoxville – 5500 Kingston Pike
5500 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
The Alley – Knoxville – 7355 Kingston Pike
7355 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Full Service BBQ – Knoxville – 104 Cedar Ln
104 Cedar Ln
Knoxville, TN 37912
Status: Closed Permanently
McDonald’s – Knoxville – 6777 Clinton Hwy
6777 Clinton Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37849
Status: Closed Permanently
Quaker Steak & Lube – Knoxville – 8355 Kingston Pike
8355 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Rafferty’s of Knoxville – Knoxville – 8906 Kingston Pike
8906 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37923
Status: Closed Permanently
Jumbo Buffet – Knoxville – 7430 Chapman Hwy
7430 Chapman Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37920
Status: Closed Permanently
LaRosa’s Pizza Cedar Bluff – Knoxville – 9169 Kingston Pike
9169 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37923
Status: Closed Permanently
Millie’s Kitchen Sabor Boricua РKnoxville Р3105 Alcoa Hwy
3105 Alcoa Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37920
Status: Closed Permanently
West Hills Flats & Taps – Knoxville – 7403 Kingston Pike
7403 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently
Restaurant Linderhof – Knoxville – 12740 Kingston Pike Suite 106
12740 Kingston Pike Suite 106
Knoxville, TN 37934
Status: Closed Permanently
Sugar Mama’s – Knoxville – 135 S Gay St
135 S Gay St
Knoxville, TN 37902
Status: Closed Permanently
Fu House – Knoxville –
Knoxville, TN 37921
Status: Closed Permanently
Hardee’s – Knoxville – 7201 Kingston Pike
7201 Kingston Pike
Knoxville, TN 37919
Status: Closed Permanently